Making hay in short windows
Ohio State University Extension educator Lee Beers offers tips for making hay in short windows due to unusually wet weather.
Saying goodbye to a favorite family farm pig
Judith Sutherland recalls raising an abandoned piglet named Arnold, and the day she had to say goodbye.
Rollins’ flash of ‘absurdity’ does not solve ag’s problems
According to Alan Guebert, automation won’t fix ag labor. America’s farms run on skilled, undocumented workers — and reform means recognizing their value.
Make plans now for August seeding
After last year’s drought, southeastern Ohio pastures are recovering. Now’s the time to plan August reseeding and take advantage of hay testing support.
Great is often the enemy of good
As a project she's been working on for a while comes to fruition, anxiety sets in and Eliza Blue reminds herself great can sometimes be the enemy of good.
Pros and cons of feeding bees in July
Feeding bees in July? It depends. Learn when supplemental sugar feeding can boost hive health, comb building and honey production during summer dearth.
Help us identify Item No. 1291
Item No. 1291 is approximately 3 1/3 inches long with “Ridgely’s Trimmers Patented Jan 29, 95 July 14, 03 Springfield Ohio” stamped on the side.
DIY vs. ghosts
Old houses whisper, creak, and thump — but is it a ghost, or just another costly repair? Kym Seabolt navigates hauntings, headaches and homeownership humor.
Have you evaluated your total mixed ration lately?
A lot can happen from time the computer software formulates your total mixed ration until the cow eats it.
Ohio’s untapped fisheries
Are you disappointed with your local fishing hole? Too crowded? Not what it used to be? Well, lucky for you, Ohio has many underrated fishing opportunities.
